My first ever post on LinkedIn back in 2014

Hey there! Let me take you on a trip down memory lane. Back in my younger days, I hopped from one job to another. Some were fantastic, while others… well, not so much. But here’s the thing: I never chased the money. Instead, I grabbed opportunities as they came, often thanks to a buddy who’d say, “Hey, I got something for you!”

I remember hearing the term “dead-end job” and thinking, “That’s not for me!” Funny enough, those words often came from folks who seemed stuck in their roles, always hinting that I could aim higher. But hey, change can be daunting, right?

Now, don’t get me wrong. Those jobs? They shaped me. They taught me resilience and determination. It’s like that saying, “When life knocks you down, you learn to get back up.” Working just to make ends meet showed me precisely what I didn’t want. And growing up in the vibrant city of Las Vegas? Oh boy, that was an adventure! It’s one of those rare places where you can earn a decent living without any special skills.

I met so many incredible people during that time, each with dreams bigger than the Vegas skyline. It was electrifying to see someone leave their “job” to chase their “dream career.” And when I’d bump into them later, their success stories would light up the room, making everyone think, “If they can do it, why can’t I?”

But taking that leap? It’s not easy. We often get cozy in our comfort zones, listing a million reasons why change might backfire. But one day, it hit me. I thought, “I’m passionate about tech, so why not turn that into a career?” With the encouragement of my best friend, I decided to dive into the world of computer networking.

School was a breeze! Everything just clicked, and before I knew it, I was on the brink of graduation. Then, the universe threw me a curveball: an opportunity to work as an IT admin for a major sign manufacturer. That moment, handing in my notice at my old job, felt like the dawn of a new era.

Fast forward a bit, and there I was, designing LED lighting networks for big-shot casinos and companies, even traveling the globe to support my projects. It was a wild ride, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

To sum it up, when you find your calling, work doesn’t feel like work anymore. It becomes a part of you. Ever been so engrossed in a project that time just flies? That’s the magic of loving what you do.

So, if you’re stuck in a rut, dreaming of something more, take a moment to reflect. Life’s too short to be stuck in a job that doesn’t light your fire. Believe in yourself, chase those dreams, and remember: you’re kind of a big deal!

We’re all on this journey called life, figuring things out as we go. But one thing’s for sure: trust your gut, embrace change, and remember that every setback is just a setup for a comeback.